The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (Bfar) needs the support of local communities and the expertise of people in other government agencies, regional organizations and nongovernment organizations in managing marine ecosystems that support fisheries, according to Senator Cynthia Villar. Addressing the Department of Agriculture-Bar 3rd Fisheries Management Area Summit held in Cebu City last March 14, Villar said fisheries management is “crucial to ensure that fishing activities are conducted in a way that minimizes detrimental impact on fish stocks and ecosystems.”

Fernandez, B. (2024, March 18). Communities must help govt manage marine ecosystems-Villar. Business Mirror, p. A9.